Pediatric Burns

Question 1

How do you prevent neck flexion contractures in burn patients?

Answer 1

Keep neck extended. Do not use pillow when lying down

Question 2

What is the single most common cause of pediatric burn injury

Answer 2

Scald burns, which is associated with abuse or neglect

Question 3

Of all the burn-related contractures, what is most commonly involved

Answer 3

The axilla

Question 4

5-10-20 rule for when to hospitalize burn patien

Answer 4

> 5% full thickness injury
10% TBSA in children or elderly
20% TBSA in anyone

Question 5

Why should you use caution with ultrasound therapy on pediatric patients?

Answer 5

Overexposure to epiphyseal plates may causes premature closure

Question 6

2 most common locations of HO formation in pediatric burn patients

Answer 6

Elbows and hips

Question 7

What kind of physical modalities can be used for scar therapy

Answer 7

Fluidotherapy and paraffin

Question 8

What kind of orthosis can be used to prevent contractures of the axilla

Answer 8

Airplane splint

Question 9

What kind of ROM exercises are preferred in pediatric burn patients

Answer 9

Active or active assisted ROM exercises